Course Information - Food Safety Supervisor
The Food Safety Supervisor course will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for handling food safely throughout the food preparation cycle. This includes safe storage of food, along with preparation, display, serving, and food disposal. By the end of the course, you will need to show competence in following defined procedures as set out in a food safety program.
The course and skills are essential for restaurants, cafes, bars, clubs, and hotels. But it is also necessary for some tour operators, function, event, exhibition, and conference spaces, educational institutions, correctional centres, hospitals, aged care facilities, military bases, canteens, kiosks, cafeterias, and fast-food outlets, along with in-flight and transport related catering.
Any organisation with permanent or temporary kitchen premises, food preparation areas, or a bar area must have a food safety program in place. This program defines safe food handling practices within the organisation. It is usually based on the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) method. But the knowledge and skills acquired through this course can also be used with other food safety systems.
Safe food handling practices apply to anyone who handles food or food contact surfaces, including crockery and cutlery, during work activities. This would include chefs, cooks, caterers and catering staff, kitchen stewards and hands, along with food and beverage attendants. If you have room attendants and front office staff who also handle food or food contact surfaces, it will also apply to them.
Food handlers must comply with the standards and conditions set out in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.
| Entrance Requirements | Learners must be 16 years of age or older at the time of course commencement. | |
| Pre-requisites | There are no pre-requisite units for this course, however, as the course is delivered in, and assessments are conducted in English, learners must have the ability to read, write, and understand English to ensure successful completion. You must have a device to complete the online assessments. | |
| Duration | 1 day | |
| Class size | 25 | |
| Location | Level 3/28 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000 | |
| Certification | On successful completion of the course, you will be issued with the nationally recognised Statement(s) of Attainment:
SITXFSA005 - Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety |
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| Assessment | Written assessments completed online and skills demonstrations. |
Meet The Trainer
Stuart is a hospitality industry veteran with over 37 years of experience. He thrives on creating experiences that exceed customer expectations.
Specialties: Restaurant & bar service, event and cafe operations.
Mission: To improve standards of food and beverage service beyond the norm.
Approach: To assist students to identify and develop the fundamental skills and knowledge for their venture into hospitality.
Dedication: Promoting hospitality as a genuine career choice with a world of opportunities for passionate people.
What Will I Learn?
- The Victorian Food Act 1984
- Correct and safe food handling procedures
- Steps and methods for controlling micro-organisms
- Personal hygiene
- Environmental hygiene
- Temperature control
- Proper thermometer use and recording procedures
How to Make a Booking
To book into this course, please follow these simple steps
- Select a date from the course timetable on this page and click 'book now'.
- Complete your personal details and make a payment via credit or debit card.
- Receive an email with confirmation of your booking.
- Complete the full enrolment form prior to the commencement of your course.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cost of the Food Safety Supervisor course at Complete Hospitality Training is cufrrently $135.
The course covers essential topics such as:
- The Victorian Food Act 1984
- Correct and safe food handling procedures
- Steps and methods for controlling micro-organisms
- Personal hygiene
- Environmental hygiene
- Temperature control
- Proper thermometer use and recording procedures
The Food Safety Supervisor course at CHT typically takes one day to complete, including both theoretical and practical components.
The Food Safety Supervisor Certificate is a formal recognition that the holder has completed training in food safety supervision and is qualified to oversee food safety practices in a hospitality or food service setting.
In Victoria, any business that serves or prepares food must have a designated Food Safety Supervisor who holds a valid Food Safety Supervisor certificate.
In Victoria, a Food Safety Supervisor certificate is valid for five years. After this period, a refresher course may be required to maintain certification.
Your Food Safety Supervisor certificate is valid as long as it is within the five-year validity period, and you have completed the required training from a recognised provider like CHT.
CHT offers the Food Safety Supervisor training in person only, due to the importantance of the skills which need to be observed. There is an assessment to be completed online.
Upon successful completion of the course and assessment, your Food Safety Supervisor certificate will be issued within 3 business days.
If you lose your certificate, you can request a replacement by contacting CHT. Verification of your training records may be required and there is a small fee.
If you’re not yet compent on completion of the Food Saferty Supervisor course at CHT, you will be given the opportunity to retake the assessment or tasks.
A basic understanding of English is required for the course, as it is conducted in this language. This ensures you can follow instructions and interact effectively during the training.
The minimum age requirement to commence the Food Safety Supervisor course at CHT is 16 years old.
For the online assessment part of the course, you will need a stable internet connection and a computer or tablet with a web browser.
While it is possible to access some online course materials on a smartphone, we recommend using a computer or tablet for the best learning experience.
Yes, you need a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to enroll in and complete nationally recognised training courses at CHT.
A Food Safety Supervisor is responsible for overseeing food safety practices and ensuring compliance with regulations, whereas a food handler is involved in the day-to-day preparation and handling of food. Each food service venue must have at least one Food Safety supervisor. Any person handling or serving food should have the food handler certificate.
A Food Safety Supervisor must:
- Monitor and enforce food safety practices
- Train and supervise staff on food safety
- Maintain records of food safety processes
- Ensure compliance with food safety laws and regulations
